And insects with a knack for getting in also seem incredibly hard to get out again. That’s why, when it comes to tackling these bugs, sometimes the best solution involves a little creative DIY.

Take, for example, one of the most common pests around: the fly. Whether you struggle with big, buzzing houseflies or little, irritating fruit flies, you may want to consider putting together a homemade trap that will handily destroy just about every fly in its path.

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Best of all, this trap is easy to make, nontoxic, and can be thrown together with just a few dollars. Originally posted on the photo-sharing site Imgur, it’s a simple and affordable way to tackle those summertime pests.